California Arts Grants

The Inspiration Grants opportunity provides Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA) funding for California libraries that are inspired to implement projects outside of the State Library’s other funding opportunities. Inspiration Grants provide funding for projects that may not fit within the bounds of the other grants offered by the State Library and/or for ideas that are generated outside of other funding opportunity application timeframes.

The Archstone Foundation offers Capacity Building Program to support direct service organizations in the field of aging in their efforts to work more efficiently and effectively. Donor Name: Archstone Foundation State: California County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/14/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: Capacity Building grants seek to assist nonprofits in achieving new levels of organizational strength and effectiveness. Their purpose is to help nonprofit organizations directly serving older adults to strengthen internal systems; implement evidence-based programs; execute needed IT infrastructure updates; and find new resources to facilitate the organization’s progress in achieving its goals. Capacity Building grants are not intended to pay for existing client-facing programs and services, nor are they intended to provide general operating (core) support to the organization. Financial and operational sustainability of the organization at its enhanced level of capacity is key to being considered. Capacity building support offered through this RFP is limited to the following (one per application): Planning Activities: E.g., organizational assessments, strategic planning, fundraising assessment and development, communications/marketing, contingency/disaster planning, COVID response, or business planning. Board and Leadership Development: May include activities such as leadership training, defining the role of the board, strengthening governance, assistance with executive transition, succession, expanding the diversity of the board and leadership, and search process. Strategic Relationships: Technical assistance/consultant support to help two or more organizations work through collaboration and strategic restructuring; positioning for merger or affiliation; or business planning for social enterprise and earned income. Internal Operations: Improvements to financial management, internal controls and chart of accounts, human resources, or volunteer management; on boarding new staff, training and technical assistance on quality improvement, or facility planning. Technology Improvements: IT capacity through upgrades to hardware and software, cyber security, networking, websites, and staff training to optimize the use of technology. Developing New Sources for Earned Income: Business planning, contracting, startup costs for a new program, legal services, accounting, or actuarial services. Building Evaluation Capacity: Consultants may be utilized to develop evaluation plans and train staff and board on outcome evaluation methods and metrics. Evidence-Based Program Adaptation or Implementation: Explore, modify, or adapt an existing evidence-based program or service not currently or previously offered. NOTE: Because of the small dollar amount and short duration of this grant opportunity, it is not intended for the development from scratch, or validation, of a new program or service. This opportunity is intended only for organizations to implement or adapt an existing evidence-based model that is new to the organization. Grant Purpose The Foundation’s purpose is to help nonprofit organizations directly serving older adults to strengthen internal systems; implement evidence-based programs; execute needed IT infrastructure updates; and find new resources to facilitate the organization’s progress in achieving its goals. Capacity Building grants are not intended to pay for existing client-facing programs and services, nor are they intended to provide general operating (core) support to the organization. Financial and operational sustainability of the organization at its enhanced level of capacity is key to being considered.  Funding Information  Up to $50,000. Grant Period Up to one year. Eligibility Criteria  Organizations in California whose work aligns with Archstone Foundation’s mission to improve the health and well-being of older Californians and their caregivers and vision to integrate health and social care are eligible to apply for a Capacity Building grant. One application may be submitted per year per organization. However, organizations previously awarded grants under the Capacity Building Program must wait two years from the end of their prior grant to re-apply to the Capacity Building Program. For more information, visit Archstone Foundation.

The City of Riverside Small & Micro Business Grant Program is designed to support local small business resiliency consultation to identify areas for improvement and build customized strategies to increase financial stability, long-term sustainability, and capacity for success. Donor Name: City of Riverside State: California County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: In addition to direct financial support, all applicants will have the opportunity to participate in a FREE one-on-one Strategic Planning Consultation to identify opportunities for improvement and build customized strategies to increase financial stability, long-term sustainability, and capacity for success. The goal of the City of Riverside Small & Micro Business Grant Program is to address not only continuing pandemic recovery needs, but, as provided for in the Department of Treasury State & Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (SLFRF), it is intended to support long-term resiliency and growth of local small businesses, promote access to valuable partner resources, and reduce the barriers to success faced by small businesses in disadvantaged communities. Eligibility Criteria Privately-Owned, For-Profit Business in operation Prior to 3/13/20 The term “Business” includes Self-Employed Individuals, Entrepreneurs, Sole Proprietors, 1099 Independent Contractors, Home-Based Operations, Limited Liability Corporations (LLCs), C-Corporations, etc. Individuals who started a business (became self-employed) due to covid employment challenges prior to 1/1/23 Located within City Limits of City of Riverside Must have a physical business address (or residential address if home-based) If you are unsure about your location, you can search your address via the “Find My Ward” map.  Please Note: If you are not within a shaded area, you are unfortunately not eligible. Are Categorically Eligible (Presumed Impacted by ARPA) and/or Can Demonstrate Covid Financial Impact Decreased revenue or gross receipts Increased costs Challenges covering operating expenses such as payroll, rent, utilitities, etc. Lower capacity to weather financial hardship due to depleted savings, selling off assets, lack of working capital, etc. Other covid related impacts may be considered on a case-by-case basis Annual Gross Revenue between $10K – $2.5 Million Under 50 Employees (including the owners) Active & In Good Standing with all City, County, State, & Federal Entities Funding Information Grant awards of up to $25,000. For more information, visit City of Riverside.

The City of Riverside is seeking applications for its Riverside Small & Micro Business Grant Program to support local small business resiliency with grant awards for qualified businesses. Donor Name: City of Riverside State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: In addition to direct financial support, all applicants will have the opportunity to participate in a FREE one-on-one Strategic Planning Consultation to identify opportunities for improvement and build customized strategies to increase financial stability, long-term sustainability, and capacity for success. Funding Information  Grant awards of up to $25,000. Eligibility Criteria Program eligibility criteria includes, but is not limited to the below: Business consists of under 50 Employees Business is located within Riverside city limits Annual Gross Revenue is $10,000 – $2,500,000 Business is small and/or home-based business Able to demonstrate COVID financial impact Business is active with valid business license Business in Operation Prior to 01/01/23 For more information, visit City of Riverside.

The City of West Hollywood is seeking applications for its Cultural History Grant Program. Donor Name: City of West Hollywood State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 08/29/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: West Hollywood’s Arts Grant Program provides grant funding to individual artists, artist collectives, and nonprofit arts organizations for the production, performance, or presentation of art projects that take place in the City of West Hollywood, as well as those that serve the West Hollywood community. Funding Information The maximum award per grantee is $10,000 with a total of $40,000 of available funding for the program. Eligibility Criteria The City of West Hollywood invites and encourages artists and organizations representing diverse populations and diverse artistic disciplines to apply for these grants. For more information, visit City of West Hollywood.

The Community Foundation for Monterey County offers grants ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 to support initiatives that increase awareness, promote acceptance, and improve the quality of life for the LGBTQ+ community in Monterey County, CA, with a focus on arts and culture, education, civil rights, health, mental health, organizational capacity building, and programs for youth and seniors.

The Jean P. Fitton Grant Program, funded by the Community Foundation for Monterey County, is accepting applications from 501(c)3 nonprofits, public schools, and public-school foundations in Monterey County, California, offering $1,000 to $10,000 for programs benefiting K-12 teachers, nonathletic scholastic and arts programs, and necessary equipment and facility improvements, with a deadline of October 4, 2024.

The Wonderful Company is pleased to announce the 2024-2025 Central Valley Community Grants. Donor Name: The Wonderful Company State: California County: Fresno County (CA), Kings County (CA) Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Wonderful Company is focused on the health and well-being of Central Valley communities. In the past 9 years, Wonderful Community Grants has directly funded nearly $7 million dollars across 122 nonprofits and 165 schools in the San Joaquin Valley. This year, they will be funding $1 million in grants to schools and organizations serving priority communities. Wonderful Community Grants will support game changing work across all impact areas, but they especially encourage initiatives that support: Youth Enrichment/Education Community Health Domestic Violence Arts Economic Advancement Legal Aid Park Access & Sustainability Funding Information $1,000–$50,000 grants, awarded until funds are exhausted. Up to two $100,000 grants, awarded funds to be used over two years. Geographic Focus Organizations must demonstrate impact in one or more of the following communities: Kern County: Delano, Wasco, Shafter, Lost Hills Kings County: Avenal Fresno County: Sanger, Del Rey, Firebaugh, Mendota Eligibility Criteria Demonstrate a commitment to making the rural communities of the San Joaquin Valley in California a more equitable place to live, work, and play Be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, hospital, clinic or community health organization, local government agency, or school Religious organizations, provided the project has a secular purpose, no religious content, and benefits the greater community without regard to religious affiliation. For more information, visit The Wonderful Company.

The Town of Los Gatos has been providing grants to organizations to assist in launching projects that directly benefit the community and residents of Los Gatos. Donor Name: Town of Los Gatos State: County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/31/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: This year $180,000 has been allocated for competitive community grants, and $25,000 has been allocated for grants specifically for organizations providing emergency renters’ assistance services. Council Strategic Priorities Emergency Preparedness Fire Protection Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Efforts Community Where Older Adults Thrive Events or Town-Wide Efforts Community Engagement Environmental Sustainability Support the Needs of Unhoused Residents Funding Information Organizations may request up to a maximum of $10,000 in funding for the 2024-25 grant cycle. Eligibility Criteria  Your organization must be a registered 501c3 non-profit organization at the time of application. Your organization must be current (or stated exempt) in its filings with the California Office of the Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts. Community Grants are one-time grants to complete a project or initiate a program/service by June 30, 2025. The Town makes no commitment to future ongoing funding. Grant funds may not be used for indirect expenses incurred by your organization. Grant funds may not be used for general operational purposes of your organization. Grant funds may not be used to fund downstream grant giving or cash scholarships disbursed by your organization to a third-party organization or recipients. Grant funds may not be used for lobbying or for endorsing political candidates or parties. Grant funds may not be used for purchases of alcohol. For more information, visit Town of Los Gatos.

The 2024 General Grants Program supports nonprofits serving San Luis Obispo County with general operating support (unrestricted grants). Donor Name: The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County State: California County: San Luis Obispo County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: 2 Years Details: Focus Areas Nonprofits may submit one or more applications to the following interest areas: Arts supporting organizations which promote creation, engagement, and appreciation of diverse forms of art and/or understanding of local history. Environment organizations which focus on education and sustainability that includes efforts focused on climate mitigation, sustainable agriculture and forestry, water and land conservation. Health & Human Services improving the quality of life by providing for basic needs and social service programs, focusing on direct services. Seniors and People with Disabilities funding is designated for organizations providing direct services for individuals with disabilities and/or seniors. Funding Information Organizations may apply for a one- or two-year grant. The maximum grant amount is $12,000 for a one-year grant and $24,000 for a two-year grant. Last year, the average grant amount was $15,000. Grant Period  The General Grants Program will prioritize 1 or 2 Years. Eligibility Criteria  The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County supports charitable organizations whose programs primarily benefit San Luis Obispo County residents. An organization must have a current tax-exempt status from the Internal Revenue Service under Section 501(c)(3) or a current memorandum of understanding outlining fiscal sponsorship partnership to apply. All grant proposals will be reviewed and all applying agencies will be notified within the outlined timeline. Exclusions The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County does not make grants to/for: Individuals Organizations that discriminate based on age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race or religion Fraternal Organizations, unless in support of a specific program open to or benefiting the entire community Governmental Organizations Indirect Administrative costs greater than 15% of the awarded funds (indirect administrative funds are defined as office supplies and do not include staff time) Fundraising events such as annual campaigns, walk-a-thons, tournaments, fashion shows, auctions or dinners Organizations with religious affiliations unless the program is open to the entire community without regard to religious beliefs Organizations and programs designed to elect candidates to public office Organizations located outside San Luis Obispo County unless for a specific program benefiting residents of-and conducted within-San Luis Obispo County Pay off past debts or existing obligations Endowment funds Scholarships, fellowships, travel grants, and technical or specialized research For more information, visit Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County.

The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County is seeking applications for its 2024 BUILD (building unity, infrastructure, leadership, and development) Grant Program. Donor Name: The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County State: California County: San Luis Obispo County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/01/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: 1 Year Details: The primary goal of the BUILD (building unity, infrastructure, leadership, and development) Grant Program is to provide funding for agencies with an annual operating budget of $500,000 and below. The Foundation aims to strengthen nonprofit organizations with smaller operating budgets by supporting their efforts in building capacity and improving infrastructure. BUILD Grants are available for general operating purposes as well as planned projects in the following areas: Capacity building Staff or board training and development Communications or donor development efforts Capital equipment improvement (hardware, software, furniture, etc.) Funding Information Amount Available to Award: Grants of $5,000 Grant Period  BUILD Grant will prioritize one-year grants. Eligibility Criteria  The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County supports charitable organizations whose programs primarily benefit San Luis Obispo County residents. An organization must have a current tax-exempt status from the Internal Revenue Service under Section 501(c)(3) and/or 509(a)1 or a current memorandum of understanding outlining fiscal sponsorship partnership to apply. All grant proposals will be reviewed and all applying agencies will be notified within the outlined timeline. Exclusions The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County does not make grants to/for: Individuals Organizations that discriminate based on age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, race or religion Fraternal Organizations, unless in support of a specific program open to or benefiting the entire community Governmental Organizations Fundraising events such as annual campaigns, walk-a-thons, tournaments, fashion shows, auctions or dinners Organizations with religious affiliations unless the program is open to the entire community without regard to religious beliefs Organizations and programs designed to elect candidates to public office Organizations located outside San Luis Obispo County unless for a specific program benefiting residents of-and conducted within-San Luis Obispo County Pay off past debts or existing obligations Endowment funds Scholarships, fellowships, travel grants and technical or specialized research For more information, visit Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County.

The City of West Hollywood invites artists, curators, and non-profit arts organizations based in the U.S. to submit proposals for temporary public art projects to the Art on the Outside (AOTO) program. Donor Name: City of West Hollywood State: California City: West Hollywood Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 06/30/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The City of West Hollywood’s Art on the Outside (AOTO) program funds the temporary display of rotating exhibitions of art at publicly accessible locations that include but are not limited to parks, traffic medians, and communal areas of City-owned facilities. Artworks exhibited through this program include sculpture, murals, digital screen-based artwork and projections, and performance art. Most exhibitions remain on display for a duration of 6 months to 3 years, depending on the concept, construction, and location of the approved artwork. While proposals for new artworks are eligible for review, the AOTO program is best suited to realizing exhibitions of prefabricated artworks that can be installed at the approved site without extensive modification. This is due in large part to funding limitations of the program and prohibitive costs associated with fabricating unrealized artwork suitable for outdoor display. Eligibility Criteria This is an open call to individual artists, curators, and non-profit arts organizations based in the United States for exhibitions of emerging, mid-career, and established artists.  Evaluation Criteria Established criteria includes: Artist Qualifications and Experience Aesthetics Diversity Proposed Budget Public Safety, Materials, Maintenance, and Structural Integrity Location Arts and Cultural Affairs Commission Work Plan For more information, visit City of West Hollywood.

Under the Zip Books program, patrons request books that the library does not own. The library then orders the book from Amazon, and the book is shipped directly to the patron’s home. When the patron is finished with the book, the book is returned to the library and added to the collection.

This funding opportunity supports local parks in California by providing financial assistance for both arts programs and art installations, benefiting communities and enhancing public spaces.

The Northern Monterey County Foundation (NMCF), an affiliate of the Community Foundation for Monterey County, is seeking applications to support nonprofit organizations that have the leadership and capacity to provide important community resources and services in Northern Monterey County communities. Donor Name: Northern Monterey County Foundation State: California County: Monterey County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: All Time Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding Priorities Funding will be considered for the following types of requests: Program Support: for the expansion or refinement of existing programs, as well as new programs that show the promise of impact and sustainability Operating Support: unrestricted grants to organizations Capital Support: for cost associated with buildings and/or facilities Organizational Development: to strengthen or enhance the internal capacity and infrastructure of organizations that have a proven track record of community benefit in Northern Monterey County Geographic Areas Grants will only be considered for projects and programs serving the Northern Monterey County communities of Aromas, Bolsa Knolls, Boronda, Castroville, Elkhorn, Las Lomas, Moss Landing, Oak Hills, Pajaro, Prunedale, Royal Oaks or Santa Rita. Eligibility Criteria 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations Public programs, such as school activities and programs not included in normal curricula, parks, public health, etc. Church-sponsored activities with benefits to the entire community (e.g. a food pantry) Organizations and collaboratives that are not legally incorporated—for these, CFMC requires an agreement with a “Fiscal Sponsor” defined as a tax exempt 501(c)3 organization accountable for financial management of the grant. Organization may only submit one application. However, if an organization is serving as a fiscal sponsor for a collaborative or unincorporated group, they can also apply for a grant to benefit their organization. For more information, visit CFMC.

The Siembra Latinos Fund (SLF), an affiliate fund of the Community Foundation for Monterey County, is accepting applications to bring positive change to Latino communities in Monterey County. Donor Name: Siembra Latinos Fund State: California County: Monterey County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/02/2024 Size of the Grant: Not Available Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding will be considered for the following types of requests: Program Support: for the expansion or refinement of existing programs, new programs that show the promise of impact and sustainability, and support for emergency or special circumstances. Operating Support: unrestricted grants to organizations that have a proven track record of community benefit.  Eligibility Criteria Siembra Latinos grants are open to 501© nonprofit organizations and public agencies serving Monterey County residents, predominantly Latino residents. All organizations applying for a grant must be current on reporting obligations for past CFMC grants. Only one application per grant cycle will be considered. Only one Siembra Latinos grant per organization will be awarded each calendar year. Organizations or collaborative projects that are not legally incorporated may partner with a tax-exempt, 501(c)3 organization which will serve as the fiscal sponsor for the proposed grant. The fiscal sponsor must agree to be accountable to the CFMC for the programmatic and financial outcomes of the grant and have a signed agreement with the sponsored group verifying the terms of the arrangement. For more information, visit CFMC.

The City of Pittsburg Façade Improvement Grant Program aims to spur that investment opportunity by offering up to $10,000 for facade improvements to qualified businesses all across the community. Donor Name: City of Pitsburg State: California City: Pitsburg Type of Grant: Grant | Reimbursement Deadline: 06/30/2024 Size of the Grant: $1000 to $10,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The City of Pittsburg recognizes the importance of investing in its local businesses to help them thrive. These businesses are the heart and soul of the Pittsburg community and are incubators of opportunity and creativity. Businesses with storefronts greatly benefit from investment on those parts of the building that are most visible to the public and face publicly accessible areas such as streets and sidewalks. Investments in these façades provide a number of benefits that include more inviting storefronts, improvements to neighborhood characteristics, reinvestment into older buildings, and more potential foot traffic. The City of Pitsburg is providing small businesses with the opportunity to apply for grants up to $10,000 for façade improvements. The City will be awarding grants each worth up to $10,000 to reimburse expenditures per applicant, from a budget of $30,000. Any additional work above the $10,000 threshold is the responsibility of the applicant. The purpose of these funds is specifically for the enhancement and beautification of public-facing building façades that will improve the image and characteristics of the building, the business, and the City and will create an inviting experience that will mutually benefit the business, its customers, and the Pitsburg community. These funds can be used for the following: Signage Awnings Exterior paint (including an -graffiti exterior paint and coatings) Architectural treatments Stucco, cladding, and/or siding repair Windows Front Entrance Doors Exterior lighting which provides or highlights architectural features Planter boxes Bicycle Racks Other enhancements determined by the City in its sole discretion to enhance the aesthetic value of the building. Eligibility Criteria  The City is seeking to help those businesses with storefronts that would provide the maximum return on investment for the City, while realizing the greatest amount of long-lasting benefits to the business. Businesses must meet the following qualifications. Business must be operating within Pittsburg city limits. Business must have an active City of Pittsburg Business License. Business, and the property where business is located, must have no outstanding, active Code Enforcement cases or building violation cases. Business must be a brick-and-mortar operation with a public-facing storefront. Home-based businesses are ineligible. Shopping Centers with 5 or less tenants are eligible. A property-owner-led application is highly encouraged to create a uniform project, but individual tenants can apply also. Business applying for or located within the structure and/or center to be improved through grant funds may not sell tobacco, alcohol, and/or cannabis products or adult materials. For more information, visit City of Pittsburg.

This grant provides financial support to California Southern Baptist churches for evangelism and outreach programs, helping them to effectively engage in community missions and relief efforts.

The Fleishhacker Foundation is seeking applications for its Small Arts Grants Program. Donor Name: Fleishhacker Foundation State: California County: Alameda County (CA), Contra Costa County (CA), San Francisco County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 07/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: The Fleishhacker Foundation’s Small Arts Grants Program supports: arts and culture nonprofit organizations with annual budgets between $100,000 and $749,999 in San Francisco, Alameda, and Contra Costa counties; fiscally sponsored arts and culture organizations with annual budgets under $750,000 in these counties; and  film projects directed by filmmakers residing in these counties with budgets under $750,000, that meet the eligibility criteria below.  General support grants are flexible and may be used for operations, staffing, facilities, health and safety compliance, artists’ compensation, rehearsals, performances, presentations, exhibitions, and other administrative, program, or production costs at the grantee’s discretion. Funding Information Grants in this program now range from $5,000 to $10,000 and will usually be closer to $5,000.  Eligibility Criteria An arts and culture organization incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (including fiscal sponsors applying on behalf of a sponsored arts group or filmmaker). Located and primarily offering programming in San Francisco, Alameda, or Contra Costa counties. Able to demonstrate an artistic presence in the Bay Area for at least three years. Planning to produce and present new work by Bay Area artists in the disciplines of dance, music, theater, visual arts, interdisciplinary arts, or film between May 15, 2024 and April 15, 2025. Of an annual budget size between $100,000 and $749,999 during the time period above (or applying with a fiscal sponsor with an annual operating budget greater than $100,000 during this time; there is no upper limit for fiscal sponsors’ annual budgets). An organization that financially compensates artists for their work. An organization that evidences strong support from the community and its Board of Directors. Not eligible are: Organizations that applied to the Fleishhacker Foundation for funding consideration during its fall 2023 review cycle, whether or not they received support, except for fiscal sponsors applying on behalf of multiple groups. Organizations that are primarily performance venues, exhibition spaces, presenters, or film festivals that do not produce their own work. Organizations and groups with more than 50% of their annual expense budgets directed toward educational programs, youth training in the arts, youth ensembles and performances, exhibitions of youth artwork, and/or productions designed for youth. Organizations and groups whose primary purpose is to present historical works by artists that are no longer living. Organizations and groups whose fundamental purpose or benefit is primarily social services, health, youth, or community development fields. Individual artists. For more information, visit Fleishhacker Foundation.

The Thursday Club Foundation is pleased to announce its 2024-2025 Benevolence Grant. Donor Name: The Thursday Club Foundation State: California County: San Diego County (CA) Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: (mm/dd/yyyy) 07/15/2024 Size of the Grant: $10,000 to $100,000 Grant Duration: Grant Duration Not Mentioned Details: Funding Information TC Tier 1 Grant ($500 to $15,000). TC Tier 2 Grant ($15,001 to $30,000). Guidelines  All applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered: The organization must be based in San Diego with a Federal 501(c)(3) status and a State 23701D tax identification charitable status for a minimum of two years prior to the date of application. Documentation is required to be submitted with this application. Two copies of the completed application, along with current W9’s, must be received by The Thursday Club on or before July 15th of the current year to meet the deadline. One copy should be emailed, and one copy should be mailed to The Thursday Club, marked Attn: 3rd VP of Philanthropy. Applications are accepted between June 1st & July 15th. Applicants funded during the 2024-2025 grant year may not apply again for two years. Applicants that were not selected are encouraged to reapply the following year. The Thursday Club Foundation Grant Funds are not applicable towards the following: General operating expenses (such as rent or mortgage payments, dues or subscriptions, warranties or service contracts, utility costs, etc.) or reserve funds Salaries, wages, and fringe benefits Capital campaigns, including building or constructions costs; acquisition of real estate Endowment or investment accounts Funds cannot be used for either political or religious purposes. The Thursday Club Foundation Grant does not fund existing obligations, deficits, debts, leases, or reimbursements. Funded grants must be used within San Diego County to benefit the people of San Diego County. All expenditures of funds must be reported and applied only towards specific stated grant application purpose. Using Thursday Club Foundation Grant funds for anything other than the specific stated purpose on the grant application would cause a forfeiture of funding rights and can result in a demand for repayment, as well as potential exclusion from future grant application eligibility. Note: Grant checks will not be made payable to any individual under any circumstances; all checks will be made payable only to the granted non-profit entity/organization. All applications approved for funding will be encouraged to volunteer with The Thursday Club and its entities by supporting its fundraising efforts. All beneficiaries of the Thursday Club Foundation Grant Year 2023-2024 must provide both a balance sheet and income statement, with supporting documentation, confirming the expenditure of all funds by the end of the calendar year, December 31, 2024. Extensions for the expenditure of funds and/or reports will be considered on a case by case basis by the Thursday Club Foundation Board. For more information, visit The Thursday Club Foundation.